Marc Jacobs may be a fashion risk taker to the outside world, but he’s classic, composed and carefully curated on the inside — or his house is, anyway.While any fan of his runway creations might assume that Jacobs’ home is full of lavish statement pieces and daring artwork, his four-story New York City townhouse is surprisingly more cozy than quirky.“I just want to live with things I genuinely love — great Art Deco furniture, pieces from the ’70s and contemporary art,” Jacobs, 53, tellsArchitectural Digestin the September Style issue.Francois Halard/Architectural DigestJacobs’ list of requirements was simple for the refreshingly relaxed pad that he bought new in 2009 — “just something smart, sharp and comfortable,” he says — but the fashion mogul still sought out interior designer Thad Hayes for help overseeing the project. While discussing seating options, the pair came across one option that already had a somewhat permanent effect on Jacobs.“We were looking at a classic boxy Jean-Michel Frank sofa and Marc said, offhandedly, ‘Of course I love it — it’s tattooed on my torso.’ Then he lifted up his shirt and showed me the couch,” Hayes recalls.marc jacobsFrancois Halard/Architectural DigestFrancois Halard/Architectural DigestAlthough most of his time spent in the Greenwich Village home is remarkably low key, every so often he springs for something a smidge more high profile: “Now and then Sofia [Coppola] and I host what we call our ‘adult dinners,’ where we dress up and put out the good crystal and silver for a multi-course meal. That’s as fancy as it gets,” he says.WATCH THIS:Lady GagaIs Nearly Unrecognizable at the Marc Jacobs Fashion ShowFrancois Halard/Architectural DigestHis favorite activity, however, still remains as relatable as ever: cuddling on the couch with hisInsta-famous pup, Neville.For the full tour of Jacobs’ house, pick up this month’s issue ofArchitectural Digest, on newsstands August 2.
Marc Jacobs may be a fashion risk taker to the outside world, but he’s classic, composed and carefully curated on the inside — or his house is, anyway.
While any fan of his runway creations might assume that Jacobs’ home is full of lavish statement pieces and daring artwork, his four-story New York City townhouse is surprisingly more cozy than quirky.
“I just want to live with things I genuinely love — great Art Deco furniture, pieces from the ’70s and contemporary art,” Jacobs, 53, tellsArchitectural Digestin the September Style issue.
Francois Halard/Architectural Digest
Jacobs’ list of requirements was simple for the refreshingly relaxed pad that he bought new in 2009 — “just something smart, sharp and comfortable,” he says — but the fashion mogul still sought out interior designer Thad Hayes for help overseeing the project. While discussing seating options, the pair came across one option that already had a somewhat permanent effect on Jacobs.
“We were looking at a classic boxy Jean-Michel Frank sofa and Marc said, offhandedly, ‘Of course I love it — it’s tattooed on my torso.’ Then he lifted up his shirt and showed me the couch,” Hayes recalls.
marc jacobsFrancois Halard/Architectural Digest
Although most of his time spent in the Greenwich Village home is remarkably low key, every so often he springs for something a smidge more high profile: “Now and then Sofia [Coppola] and I host what we call our ‘adult dinners,’ where we dress up and put out the good crystal and silver for a multi-course meal. That’s as fancy as it gets,” he says.
WATCH THIS:Lady GagaIs Nearly Unrecognizable at the Marc Jacobs Fashion Show
His favorite activity, however, still remains as relatable as ever: cuddling on the couch with hisInsta-famous pup, Neville.
For the full tour of Jacobs’ house, pick up this month’s issue ofArchitectural Digest, on newsstands August 2.
source: people.com
